Chemical Operator
Sun Chemical Corporation
United States, York, Peekskill
Jul 29, 2025
The Peekskill, NY Pigment manufacturing site is seeking candidates for the position of Chemical Operator. This position is responsible for mixing/blending of materials, operation of process equipment, material handling, instrument monitoring, record keeping, and forklift operation. Must follow all safety procedures and act in a safe manner at all times..
Responsibilities:
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Efficiently operate equipment: adding materials at designated times and observing chemical reactions; monitor gauges, samples and recorders to ensure timely completion of quality batches per production schedule.
Adjust controls and valves to maintain systems at specified temperature, pressure and speed.
Maintain housekeeping at excellent levels, keeping the tanks, floor and reactor deck areas clean.
Required to operate a forklift in a safe manner.
Wear necessary safety equipment and follow company established Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures.
Education & Experience:
HSdiploma or equivalent.
Possess intermediate computer skills (Use computerized process system, Internet, email, etc.)
Physical strength is required to operate manual process equipment. Must meet lifting requirements (55 lbs.) and pass physical requirements.
Must demonstrate ability to be self-directed working with minimal supervision
Chemical Operators work a 12 hour shift on a 3, 2, 2, 3 schedule 24/7
Plus:
Experience in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment
An understanding and awareness of chemicals and their nature, hazards, safety and health issues etc. (SDS's, use of PPE etc.) is beneficial
Sun Chemical Corporation
United States, York, Peekskill
Jul 29, 2025
The Peekskill, NY Pigment manufacturing site is seeking candidates for the position of Chemical Operator. This position is responsible for mixing/blending of materials, operation of process equipment, material handling, instrument monitoring, record keeping, and forklift operation. Must follow all safety procedures and act in a safe manner at all times..
Responsibilities:
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Efficiently operate equipment: adding materials at designated times and observing chemical reactions; monitor gauges, samples and recorders to ensure timely completion of quality batches per production schedule.
Adjust controls and valves to maintain systems at specified temperature, pressure and speed.
Maintain housekeeping at excellent levels, keeping the tanks, floor and reactor deck areas clean.
Required to operate a forklift in a safe manner.
Wear necessary safety equipment and follow company established Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures.
Education & Experience:
HSdiploma or equivalent.
Possess intermediate computer skills (Use computerized process system, Internet, email, etc.)
Physical strength is required to operate manual process equipment. Must meet lifting requirements (55 lbs.) and pass physical requirements.
Must demonstrate ability to be self-directed working with minimal supervision
Chemical Operators work a 12 hour shift on a 3, 2, 2, 3 schedule 24/7
Plus:
Experience in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment
An understanding and awareness of chemicals and their nature, hazards, safety and health issues etc. (SDS's, use of PPE etc.) is beneficial
Job ID: 487272361
Originally Posted on: 7/29/2025
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